1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular
BU (MS-62) CHOICE LOW END
Description of the room
This 1980 Canadian 25-cent coin is graded MS-62 (Mint State 62) , which represents a Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) grade of medium to low quality. It is a coin that has not been in circulation, but whose appearance has been affected by the production and packaging process.
The coin is a regular issue, with the classic Caribou motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn, and is made of pure nickel.
MS-62 (Mint State 62) quality
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Luster: The striking luster is present but often irregular or incomplete.
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Impact: The impact may be weak or average . Fine details may lack sharpness or full definition.
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Imperfections: An MS-62 coin is considered to be at the bottom of the Choice category . It exhibits a significant and highly visible number of contact marks or light scratches on the fields and design, resulting from bulk handling at the Mint. These flaws are evident to the naked eye.
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Tone: The piece may exhibit tarnishing or uneven tone.
The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II .
Main Features
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Face value: 25 cents
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Year: 1980
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Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)
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Design (Reverse): Caribou .
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Composition: Nickel.
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Designation: CHOICE LOW END (Bottom of the choice category).
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